Pope Leo begins 12-day Latin America trip three weeks after lung cancer surgery

Pope Leo XIV has begun a 12-day tour of Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, three weeks after surgery to remove part of his right lung.

• The Vatican said the pope will travel with ordinary medical assistance and that no extraordinary measures are being taken for the 71-year-old.
• The itinerary covers 14 flights, 36 speeches and about 50 events in 10 cities, including Cusco, more than 11,000 feet above sea level.
• The Vatican said Leo will meet survivors of clerical sexual abuse in Argentina and in Peru.
• Argentine President Javier Milei wrote on X that Argentina awaits the pope with "immense joy."